1. Which province has the highest cost of living in our country?

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In early April 2026, the General Statistics Office will publish the Spatial Cost of Living Index (SCOLI) for provinces and cities nationwide in 2025. Hanoi is used as a benchmark (SCOLI=100) and is also the leading locality among 34 provinces and cities with the highest cost of living.

Considering all provinces individually, Quang Ninh has the highest cost of living, recording a SCOLI level of 98.56% compared to Hanoi.

2. What is Ho Chi Minh City's ranking nationwide in terms of the cost of living?

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Ho Chi Minh City ranks 4th nationwide with a SCOLI (Sustainable Economic Classification) of 97.96% in 2025. According to the General Statistics Office, it is a major economic center with a high rate of urbanization, a large population, and diverse consumer demands, contributing to maintaining a high price level.

However, thanks to a modern distribution system, abundant supply of goods, and high competition, the average price level in Ho Chi Minh City is lower than in Hanoi, particularly for household equipment and appliances (93.66%); clothing, hats and footwear (94.33%); housing, electricity, water, fuel and building materials (97.23%).

3. Is the cost of living cheaper in Da Nang or Hai Phong?

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Hai Phong ranks third nationwide in terms of high cost of living (after Hanoi and Quang Ninh), while Da Nang ranks fifth. Da Nang city has advantages in geographical location and transportation infrastructure, creating favorable conditions for the circulation of goods, so the cost of living is not yet excessively high.

4. Where in the country is the cost of living most affordable?

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The top 5 localities with the most affordable cost of living last year were Vinh Long, Gia Lai, Ca Mau, Quang Tri, and Tay Ninh. Among them, Vinh Long had the lowest SCOLI 2025 index in the country, at 91.47% of Hanoi's.

This province has advantages in agricultural and fisheries production, resulting in an abundant supply of food. Meanwhile, trade and services are developing at a moderate pace, and consumer demand is not high, helping to keep prices stable.

5. Which region has the lowest cost of living?

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Considering the region, using the Red River Delta as a benchmark (SCOLI=100), this area also has the highest cost of living in the country.

Second is the Southeast region with a SCOLI index of 98.88%. This is followed by the Northern Midlands and Mountains; the Central Coast and Central Highlands; and the North Central region. The region with the lowest cost of living in the country is the Mekong Delta, at 95.11% of the Red River Delta.

Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/tinh-nao-co-chi-phi-sinh-hoat-dat-do-nhat-2507242.html